Proverbs 27:10
Proverbs 27:10
Do not forsake your friend or a friend of your family.
Friendship and loyalty are essential qualities that should be cultivated within the family and among close relationships. This verse teaches that honoring family goes beyond immediate blood relations, extending to friendships and connections that are woven into the fabric of family life. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining loyalty and respect within these relationships, showing that true friendships are rooted in a shared commitment to love, respect, and mutual care. Parents and family members who honor friendships, both inside and outside the home, create an environment of trust and stability. This verse calls us to value these relationships, providing loyalty and support in times of need. By honoring friends and family members, we reflect God's love and build a strong community of mutual respect.
1 Timothy 5:1
Do not rebuke an older man harshly, but exhort him as if he were your father.
Proverbs 23:22
Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old.
Proverbs 20:20
If a man curses his father or mother, his lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness.
Ephesians 6:2
Honour thy father and mother;